Definition

A condition where a person's memory is distorted, causing confusion between what is real and what is imagined.

Example

The patient experienced paramnesia, mixing up real events with dreams.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of paramnesia?

No, what is that?

It's a memory distortion where you confuse real experiences with fantasies.

That sounds really interesting! I wonder how common it is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Paramnesia → It is formed from "para-" (meaning alongside or beyond) and "mnesia" (from Greek "mnēsis", meaning memory). The word refers to a condition related to memory, particularly the distortion or confusion of memories.

Memory Tip

Think of 'para-' meaning alongside and 'mnesia' relating to memory — this helps you remember that paramnesia involves a distortion of memory.

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